2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |